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The Nuhumi Culture

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Organization

In this culture, power is determined by birthright. Farmers are most highly regarded. Neither gender is dominant. Social mobility is possible through hard work and determination alone.

Religion

This religion is monotheistic. People are invited to the holiday gathering, where they partake in worship and sharing. At outdoor arenas, worshippers come together to seek guidance and wisdom from an enlightened one through ritual sacrifice.

Taboos

Socializing with the other sex is strictly forbidden.

Dancing in public is seen as a form of blasphemy.

Not using proper utensils while eating is taboo.

Singing outside of a designated area is a violation of cultural norms.

Greetings

Formal situations require the lesser person to kneel. If the status difference is slight, it is only kneeling on one knee. If the status difference is great, the lesser person must prostrate themselves. In informal situations, simple nodding the head is acceptable.

Meals

Eating is a highly ritualized activity, with specific rules and protocols around how to serve and consume food.

Design

Round shapes like circles, loops, and spirals are designed to be functional as well as beautiful.

Music

Nuhumi music has a single rhythm with a slow beat. It is loud, with simple harmony. It frequently has a simple melody with a high pitch in a B Dorian key. Usually, it has a smooth timbre.